Anti-Lock Braking System (abs) and Anti-Slip Regulation (asr)


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Operation of ASR

Operation of ASR

Differential Brake Control:

Immediately after the ignition has been switched on and the vehicle 

moves off, the ECU monitors the rotational behaviour of all wheels 

above a wheel speed of approx. 2 km/h.

The speed and acceleration values of the powered wheels are com-

pared to those of the non-powered wheels.



Function

When a certain difference in speed or slip threshold is exceeded, ASR 

control sets in.

As soon as a driving wheel exceeds the slip threshold as it accelerates, 

the ECU will actuate the respective differential brake valve and thus con-

trol the braking pressure in the applicable brake cylinder of the service 

brake.

The engine’s driving torque is now supported on this braked wheel, 



causing the propulsion power on the other wheel to increase - in much 

the same way as with engaged differential lock.



Engine control:

As soon as both powered wheels spins or the slip of one spinning wheel 

has exceeded a threshold value, the system switches from differential 

brake control engine control, reducing the engine output. Differential 

Differential brake valve

3/2 Solenoid valve

ABS/ASR ECU

Compressed air reservoir

Pole wheel and sensor

Brake cylinders

Two-way valve

ABS solenoid control valve

from the brake valve


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brake control is now only used to synchronise the wheels. At a speed 

above 50 km/h only engine control is now used.

Function

Here the ECU controls the proportional valve which moves the the injec-

tion pump adjusting lever towards idle position via the ASR positioning 

cylinder, even if the driver continues to press the accelerator.

As soon values drop below the slip threshold due to the engine’s braking 

effect, the proportional valve exhausts the positioning cylinder again. 

This causes the engine output to increase again up to the level selected 

by the driver via the accelerator pedal, or until another speed regulation 

cycle begins.

Note

This function can also be used as integrated speed limiting (GB

Prop

) and 


complies with all legal requirements for speed limiting.

Use of differential braking and engine 

control

On wintery roads the coefficients of friction tend to vary. As a result, en-

gine and differential brake control complement each other.

On an even road surface control is mainly implemented by a reduction 

of the engine speed, and differential brake control is restricted to syn-

chronising the powered wheels.

If the friction coefficient differs on either side, differential brake control is 

prioritised and applies pressure only the brake cylinder of the spinning 

wheel. The driving torque is therefore transferred to the other wheel.

To avoid overheating the wheel brake, the differential brake threshold 

value is linearly increased above approx. 35 km/h so that the slip in-

Positioning cylinder

Engine control

Compressed air reservoir

ABS/ASR

GB

PROP



 ECU

Warning light

Indicator lamp

Speed-set /

ASR function switch

Engine control valve

Odometer signal


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creasingly regulated through engine speed control. Differential control is 

no longer initiated at speeds exceeding 50 km/h.

ASR engine control in vehicles with a 

drive-by-wire system

Electronic engine controls are often used in articulated buses but in-

creasingly also for other motor vehicles. The mechanical linkage be-

tween the accelerator pedal and the fuel-injection pump is then 

dispensable apart from a short link between the electrical control motor 

and the pump adjusting lever.

The mechanical linkage is replaced by an electrical setpoint generator 

on the accelerator pedal (potentiometer) and a control motor fitted close 

to the fuel-injection pump.

The control signal set by the ABS/ASR ECU is then relayed via digital 

interface to the ECU of the drive-by-wire system which in turn now trans-

mits the corresponding control commands to the control motor.



Traction mode and ASR off-road switch

In deep snow or in similar conditions the traction force can be increased 

by actuating the "ASR off-road" button which is available as an option. If 

this button is activated, the ECU changes the conditions (slip thresholds) 

for ASR control to permit higher slip ratios.

The ASR lamp flashes in regular cycles while the button is actuated to 

indicate to the driver that stability may be reduced.


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ABS and ASR components

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Structure of an EC Air Braking System with ABS / ASR fitted in the towing vehicle

1

Compressor



2

Air dryer with pressure 

regulator

3

Four-circuit protection valve



4

Air reservoir circuit 1

5

Air reservoir circuit 2



6

Air reservoir circuit 3

7

Towing vehicle brake valve



8

LSV controller

9

Brake chamber front axle



10

Tristop cylinder rear axle

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Check valve



12

Hand brake valve

13

Relay valve



14

Trailer control valve

15

Coupling head "Supply"



16

Coupling head "Brake"

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ABS solenoid valve



18

ABS plug connection

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ASR solenoid valve



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Two-way valve

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ABS/ASR ECU (D version)



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ABS sensors



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Structure of an air braking system with ABS E (with ESC/RSC) and ASR in the towing vehicle

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1

Air reservoir circuit 1

2

Air reservoir circuit 2



3

Air reservoir circuit 3

4

Towing vehicle brake valve



5

Brake chamber front axle

6

Tristop cylinder rear axle



7

ABS solenoid control valve

8

Two-way valve



9

Pneumatic relay valve

10

3/2 directional control valve



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ECU ABS E Universal

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ABS sensor



13

Pressure sensor for EBL 

function

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Trailer control valve



15

Coupling head "Supply"

16

Coupling head "Brake"



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Diagnosis



CAN SAE J1939

Warning lamp

Battery

Retarder


Switch

8


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Structure of an EC Air Braking System with ABS fitted in the trailer / semitrailer

1

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1



Coupling head "Supply"

2

Coupling Head "Brake"



3

ABS plug connection

4

Trailer emergency valve



5

Dual release valve for BBA and 

FBA

6

Air reservoir



7

LSV controller

8

Adapter valve



9

Pressure limiting valve

10

VCS-ABS ECU with ABS Boxer 



relay valve

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ABS relay valve steering axle



12

brake chamber

13

Tristop cylinder



14

ABS sensor

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Two-way valve



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Electronic Control Unit (ECU) 446 003/004 ... 0 on the towing vehicle

Purpose

The electronic control unit (ECU) uses the wheel sensor signals to cal-

culate the road speed and the wheel speeds as well as the wheel decel-

eration and acceleration values. When required, it actuates the solenoid 

valves to prevent locking of the vehicle wheels.

Operation

The 4- and 6-channel ECUs have two circuits, Each circuit monitors two 

(three in the case of a 6-channel ECU) diagonal vehicle wheels and can 

be divided into four functional groups:

– Input circuit

– Master circuit

– Safety circuit

– Valve control

In the input circuit, the signals generated by the speed sensors are fil-

tered and converted into digital information.

The master circuit consists of a microcomputer. A complex program is 

used to compute and logically link the control signals and to transmit 

them to the valve control unit.

Each circuit has its own independent safety circuit which essentially 

consists of the safety computer and monitors the entire ABS system, i. 

e. the sensors, solenoid control valves, ECU and wiring, both before the 

vehicle moves off and while it is in motion.

It alerts the driver of any faults via a warning lamp and deactivates ABS 

control for one wheel or both diagonal wheels, or the entire ABS in cer-

tain cases. Here he braking system continues to be fully operational, 

only the ASR is partially or fully deactivated.

ECUs from the C generation onward permanently store any faults de-

tected for diagnostics. The fault memory can be read out or deleted via 

the diagnostic connection (e.g. to ISO standard), or by exciting a flash-

code.

The valve controllers contain power transistors (output stages) which 



are driven by the signals received from the master circuit, and which 

switch the current for actuating the control valves.



ECU ABS generation E

The RSC (Roll Stability Control) function has been integrated in the 

ECUs of the E generation. A lateral acceleration sensor and the software 

for signal processing, monitoring and driving dynamics control are inte-

grated in the ABS control unit for this purpose.

It is possible to control the engine via CAN SAE J1939.

The new diagnostic function "Automatic clearing of the diagnostic mem-

ory" is used to automatically delete a diagnostic message or the associ-

ated address if the message does not recur within 250 hours.

The benefit of this procedure is that the diagnostic memory is cleared of 

diagnostic messages that were generated during production or commis-

sioning of the vehicle but not deleted. The warranty for the ECU may be 

affected in this case.

ECU ABS A / B

ECU ABS C

ECU ABS D

ECU ABS D-/E Basic

ECU ABS E Universal



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Design types

The ECUs are supplied with 4 channels (446 004 … 0) or 6 channels 

(446 003 0.. 0) for for on-board voltages of 24 or 12 volts. For vehicles 

braked in combination (Air Over Hydraulic or AOH units) with only one 

pressurising cylinder on the steering axle, special 4S/3M ECUs are 

available, i.e. using only one solenoid valve to control the front axle.

The non-steered axle(s) is/are controlled individually (IC). Modified indi-

vidual control (MIC) is used for the steered axle. For vehicles with 4S/3M 

ECUs on the other hand the modified axle control (MAR, see Trailer 

ABS) is used on the steering axle.

Two sensors and one modulator are fitted on the steering axle for MAR. 

Control occurs per axle because the braking pressure is equal on all 

wheels of this axle. With MAR, none of the wheels on the axle will lock.

In combination with Variable Axle Control there are also two sensors and 

one modulator fitted on the steering axle. With VAR, however, one wheel 

is permitted to lock in contrast to MAE . VAR can be adjusted by means 

of various parameters.

The previous A and B generations used the ECUs in both the motor ve-

hicle and the trailer ABS. With the introduction of the ABS-C generation, 

there is a distinction between towing vehicle ECUs and trailer ECUs 

(VARIO-C or VCS I and VCS II systems) due to the implementation of 

special functions (e g ASR, GB

Prop

),.


Compatibility

The ECUs of the B and 4-Channel-C-generation ( 35-pin plug) are back-

wards compatible.

A 54-pin electronic plug was required for the 6-channel C generation. 35 

to 54 pin adapter plugs are available for diagnostics.

The ECUs from the D generation onward are not backwards compatible, 

because the cable harness and the plug concept (modular design) have 

changed.


Installation

The ECU is installed in the protected environment of the driver’s cab. For 

trailers, the ECU is located in a special protective housing which is 

mounted on the vehicle frame.



Testing

The electronic control unit and the connected solenoid valves, sensors 

and the cabling are monitored by the integrated safety circuit and any 

faults are indicated.

Any additional inspection of the electronic control unit itself is only pos-

sible on a special test bench in the manufacturing plant.



Note

Always switch off the ignition before removing or installing the 

electronic control unit, i.e. always switch off the ignition when 

disconnecting or connecting the ECU plug!

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VARIO-C Control Unit for Trailer ABS 446 105 ... 0

Configuration

The electronic control unit for VARIO-C ABS for trailers is based on the 

same electronics technology as the C-type ECU for towing vehicles al-

though it has been designed specifically for the trailer environment.

This means that it can be mounted on the vehicle frame, that it is de-

signed as a modular system with up to 6 sensors and 3 solenoid valves 

(6S/3M), and that it can detect up to two lifting axles.

Operation

The VARIO-C ECU is based on a single circuit, as the ECUs described 

above, and is subdivided into four circuits:

– Input circuit

– Master circuit

– Safety circuit

– Valve control

It processes the signals from three functional groups using two sensors 

respectively and one solenoid valve respectively whose presence is de-

tected automatically. Any faults detected are stored permanently for the 

purpose of diagnosis. The fault memory can be read out and deleted by 

exciting a flash-code, or by using the ISO diagnostic connection.



Design types

The ECUs are available for on-board voltages of 24 or 12 volts.

In addition to a standard ECU for the respective voltage which can be 

used for implementing any system from 2S/1M to 6S/3M, there is one 

lean variant each specifically for semitrailers; these can, however, be 

used only to control 4S/2M or smaller systems.

A special ECU (VARIO-C plus) can be operated with ABS solenoid relay 

valves or the ABS solenoid control valves (mixed configuration per axle 

is also possible).

Testing

The same instructions apply as for towing vehicle ECUs.



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VARIO Compact ABS (VCS) for trailers

Configuration

The ECU of the VARIO-COMPACT-ABS represents a further develop-

ment of the tried and proven VARIO-C ABS.

VCS is ready-to-fit ABS system for trailers and meets all the statutory re-

quirements defined for category A.

Design types

According to the specific requirements defined by the vehicle manufac-

turers, VCS II is available as a compact unit or as separate modules (i.e., 

ECU and valves can be installed separately).

Plugs on the outside and new types of cable connections mean that it is 

no longer necessary to open the ECU for installation or diagnosis.

The systems range from the 2S/2M system for semitrailers to the 4S/3M 

system for drawbar trailers or for a semitrailers with steering axles.



Operation

The VCS ECU is based on a single circuit with one, two or three control 

channels and is subdivided into four circuits like the ECUs described 

above:


– Input circuit

– Master circuit

– Safety circuit

– Valve control

Any faults detected are stored permanently for the purpose of diagnosis. 

The fault memory can be read out and deleted by exciting a flash-code, 

or by using the ISO diagnostic connection.

Testing

The same instructions apply as for the ECUs described above.

400 500 . . . 0

446 108 . . . 0



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VARIO Compact ABS 2. Generation (VCS II) for trailers

Development

With VCS II WABCO has developed the 2nd generation VARIO Com-

pact ABS . It represents another example to the modular design princi-

ple, since technically VCS II is based on the established ABS system for 

the NAFTA market, TCSII. An ISO 11992 interface and the 8-pin con-

nector principle of the Trailer EBS was also integrated.



Variants

The VCS II systems range from the 2S/2M system designed for semi-

trailers to the 4S/3M system for drawbar trailers or semitrailers with a 

steering axle for example.

VCS II is available as a compact unit or as separate modules (i.e., ECU 

and valves can be installed separately).

The Premium variant and the separate ECU are equipped with a towing 

vehicle - trailer interface according to ISO 11992. A 12V version of the 

Premium variant is available under the WABCO product number 400 

500 083 0.



GenericIO functionality

All variants of the VCS II are equipped with additional in- and outputs or 

an analogue input.

This permits the implementation of functions beyond ABS in the trailer. 

These inputs/outputs are called Generic Input/Output (GenericIO).

The following predefined GenericIO functions can be configured via the 

Diagnostic Software on the PC:

– Wear indication (BVA)

– Integrated speed-dependent switch (ISS)

– Power supply

– Speed signal

– ECAS interface

– ELM interface

– Lift axle control



Diagnostic port

The ECU has a diagnostic port in accordance with ISO standard 14230. 

The KWP2000 standard (ISO 14230-2) or JED 677 are used as the di-

agnostic protocol.

Diagnosis via CAN interface is supported with the Separate ECU and the 

Premium variant as of 2005.

Standard variant 400 500 070. 0

Premium variant 400 500 081 0

Separate electronic control unit 446 108 085 0


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Rod sensor 441 032 ... 0 and pole wheel:

Purpose

The rod sensor and the pole wheel pick up the rotary motion of the 

wheel. The pole wheels for medium-duty and heavy-duty commercial 

vehicles have 100 teeth; for wheels with a smaller rolling circumference, 

pole wheels with 80 teeth may also be used. Because of the diagonal 

reference speed generated in the ECU, the ratio of the number of teeth 

and the wheel circumference on the front and rear wheels must be iden-

tical to an accuracy of a few percent.



Operation

The bar sensor operates inductively and essentially consists of a perma-

nent magnet with a round pole pin and a coil. The rotation of the pole 

wheel connected to the wheel hub produces a change in the magnetic 

flux picked up by the sensor coil, thereby generating an alternating volt-

age. The frequency of this voltage is proportional to the wheel speed.



Design types

The rod sensor has been developed specifically for use in commercial 

vehicles. High temperature stability and resistance to vibration ensure 

that it operates reliably even in extreme conditions.

The internal structure of recent WABCO sensors was modified to in-

crease the output voltage at the identical wheel speed. This ensures 

ABS and ASR operation even at very low wheel speeds although the air 

gaps have widened. These sensors are identified by a "K", an "S" or "S+" 

on the sensor head. They are system-compatible and can be used in 

combination with previous sensors.

With the introduction of the VARIO-B wiring system, WABCO have in-

cluded two sensor types with a moulded-on coupling socket which, in 

combination with special sensor extension cables of various lengths, fa-

cilitate the installation, particularly in trailers.



Sensor installation

The speed sensor is clamped adjustable into a hole in the steering-axle 

stub or a special sensor bracket via clamp bushing 899 760 510 4 

(CuBe) or 899 759 815 4 (CrNi).

At the front axle, the sensor is manually pushed into the clamp bushing 

all the way to the stop position while the wheel is mounted. At the rear 

axle or at the trailer axles, the sensor has to be pushed into the clamp 

bush up to the stop position with the wheel hub removed. Putting on the 

wheel hub, it is then pressed out again until the sensor bears against the 

pole wheel.



Note

There is no need to set a minimum air gap for the sensor because 

due to the wheel bearing play the gap is adjusted automatically 

during the first few wheel rotations.

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Examples of sensor installation on a 

trailer axle.

Lubricant

With installations that are exposed to heavier contamination we recom-

mend using a clamp bushing and sensor with a thermally stable and 

splashproof grease to guard against corrosion of the hole in the axle stub 

and the penetration of dirt.

We recommend:"Klueber Staburags NBU 30 PTM"

1 kg canWABCO no. 830 502 063 4

5 g padWABCO no. 830 502 068 4

Maintenance

Apart from regular checks of the wheel bearing clearance, the sensor 

should be pushed all the way to the stop position again by hand when 

carrying out any work on the wheel brake.

Never use force or unsuitable tools such as pointed or sharp objects to 

adjust the speed sensor (if the air gap is too large). Doing so may dam-

age the sensor cap!

When replacing a sensor, it is advisable to replace the clamp bushing as 

well.

Testing

Resistance of the sensor coil, proper setting for the air gap and the sen-

sor/wheel allocation can be tested using the ABS Tester or the Diagnos-

tic Controller.



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ABS Solenoid Valves 472 195 ... 0

Purpose

During a braking process, the solenoid control valves are 

used to adjust the brake cylinder pressure in relation to the 

control signals received from the ECU. On the powered 

axle they are also used for ASR differential brake control.

They permit the following ABS functions:

– Pressure build-up

– Pressure hold

– Pressure reduction

Design types

Solenoid control valves are available for on-board voltages 

of 24 and 12 volts.

The different types vary in terms of different connecting 

threads (metric screw-threads, inch-based threads, 

stepped hole for Voss connectors) and in the way the con-

necting plug is fastened (Kostal screw-in plug, bayonet 

locking or snap fastener). A variant with fording ability is 

also available for special-purpose vehicles.

Operation

The valve consists of a double solenoid and two diaphragm 

sections. The extremely fast-acting solenoid valves only 

control the pressure from the pilot control chambers of the 

diaphragms. These then control the brake cylinder pres-

sures via corresponding cross-sections.



a. Pressure build-up

Neither of the solenoids (I and II) are actuated (free posi-

tion).

The input pressure from port (1) immediately opens the in-



let diaphragm (4). This causes chamber (b) to be pressu-

rised, and the compressed air flows via port (2) to the brake 

cylinder and into annular duct (d) above the outlet dia-

phragm (5). At the same time, compressed air flows 

through the open valve and duct (a) into chamber (e) be-

neath the outlet diaphragm (5). Unless actuated, the sole-

noid will not reverse. Any increase in pressure in port (1) is 

passed on through port (2). The same applies vice-versa 

whenever the pressure is reduced.


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b. Pressure reduction

Both solenoids (I and II) are actuated. Solenoid I (inlet 

valve) closes valve (8) and opens valve (9). The com-

pressed air from port (1) thus flows through chamber (g), 

duct (h) and into chamber (k) where it closes the inlet dia-

phragm (4).

Solenoid II (outlet valve) closes valve (7) and opens valve 

(6). This causes the pressure in chamber (e) to be reduced 

via exhaust (3). The outlet diaphragm (5) opens.

The braking pressure at port (2) escapes to atmosphere 

through chamber (c), duct (f) and exhaust (3) until the sole-

noid valve reverses.



c. Pressure hold

Only solenoid I (inlet valve) is actuated. Since solenoid II 

(outlet valve) is switched off, valve (6) is closed and valve 

(7) opened. This allows the pressure from port (1) to flow 

into chamber (e), closing the outlet diaphragm (5). The so-

lenoid control valve is thus in the “pressure hold“ position.



Maintenance

Special maintenance that extends beyond the legally spec-

ified inspections is not required.

Testing

Resistance of the solenoid coils, proper functioning of inlet 

and outlet solenoids and proper wheel allocation can be 

tested using the ABS Tester or the Diagnostic Controller.



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ABS and ASR components

ABS solenoid relay valve 472 195 02 . 0 or 472 195 04 . 0

Purpose

472 195 02. 0 472 195 04. 0

The ABS relay valve is used in trailer ABS VARIO-C. Its 

purpose is to control the brake cylinder pressure for ABS 

control.

It enables the following three ABS functions:

– Pressure build-up

– Pressure hold

– Pressure reduction

When not actuated (solenoids currentless), the valve oper-

ates like a relay valve and rapidly increases or decreases 

the pressure in the brake cylinders.



Design types

The ABS solenoid relay valve is available for on-board volt-

ages of 24 volts (472 195 020 0) or 12 volts (472 195 021 

0). A twin valve is also available.( 472 195 04. 0). Two ABS 

relay valves with shared connections for control and supply 

pressure are are here combined in one compact valve.



Operation

The input pressure from port (4) (e. g. 1 bar) passes sole-

noids I and II (in free position) and flows into the upper pis-

ton chamber A, pushing piston K downwards. The piston 

makes contact with valve V during this process and closes 

the outlet and opens the inlet. The air supply at port (1) 

flows via chamber B and port (2) to the brake cylinders 

downstream.

At the same time, pressure builds up in chamber B, acting 

on the underside of piston K. Since the piston’s upper and 

under sides have similar surfaces, the inlet is closed by 

valve V as soon as the pressure in chamber B is identical 

to the input pressure in chamber A. The end position has 

now been reached.

If the pilot pressure at port (4) drops, piston K is pushed up-

wards by the pressure in chamber B. The outlet is opened 

and the pressure on the port (2) is reduced to the same val-

ue via the exhaust (3).

472 195 02 . 0

472 195 04 . 0



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ABS and ASR components

ABS functions

Pressure build-up

Both solenoids are currentless.

Pilot pressure is applied on port (4)

There is a visible gap between the annular piston and the seat.

Air flows from port (1) to (2).

b.Pressure hold

Solenoid I is excited. The armature has retracted. The air pas-

sage from (4) to chamber A is thus interrupted (in spite of the 

increasing pilot pressure).

The pressures adjusts itself to equal levels in chambers A and 

B.

The annular piston rests on the seats.



Air can neither flow from (1) to (2) nor from (2) to the outside.

c. Pressure reduction

The solenoid has been excited, the anchor has attracted. The 

solenoid is in free position again.

1. Pilot pressure locked against chamber A.

2. The raised seal at the foot of solenoid II allows the air from 

chamber A to escape to atmosphere through the inner 

opening of the annular piston.

This causes piston K to be raised, and the gap which is now 

visible at the annular piston allows the air to escape from B, 

port (2) and the connected brake cylinder.



Maintenance and testing

As described above for the ABS solenoid valve.



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ABS and ASR components

Additional components for ASR

Differential brake valve 472 1.. … 0

These are fitted upstream of the solenoid control valves. When actuated 

by the ECU, it regulates the reservoir pressure for the ABS solenoid con-

trol valves via a two-way valve independently of the brake valve.

While in the ASR B and C generation required a separate differential 

brake valve for each powered wheel, only one valve is installed with the 

D generation. If a differential brake control is necessary, it controls the 

supply pressure to the ABS solenoid valves of both powered wheels. 

The ABS valve of the wheel that is not to be braked is then switched to 

the blocking position (Hold pressure).



Proportional valve 472 250 . 0

The proportional valve is fitted upstream of the positioning cylinder and 

controls the position of the governor lever on the injection pump using 

the pressure that is regulated through to the cylinder.

The regulated output pressure level is in direct proportion to the regulat-

ed solenoid current for the proportional valve coming from the ABS/ASR 

ECU (regulated by pulse width modulation (PWM)).

The low hysteresis allows a wide range of positioning cylinder pres-

sures, which permit very fast as well as virtually stationary adjusting 

movements of the governor lever. Apart from the ASR engine control, 

this device can therefore also be used for speed limiting (SLprop).

Two-way valve 434 208 0

The two-way valve is fitted between the differential brake valves and the 

ABS solenoid control valves. The two-way valves allow alternate actua-

tion of the solenoid control valve respectively fitted downstream of the 

service brake and ASR control.

In the event of an ABS or ASR control process, the subsequent sensitive 

air inlet and outlet air to and from the brake cylinders connected down-

stream is controlled by the respective ABS solenoid valve.

In contrast to the ASR B and C generation, which required a dedicated 

two-way valve for each powered wheel, only one valve is installed for the 

D generation. If differential brake control is necessary, it controls the 

supply pressure to the ABS solenoid valves of both powered wheels. 

The ABS valve of the wheel that is not to be braked is then switched to 

the blocking position (Hold pressure) by the ECU.



Two-way valve 534 017... 0

In order to permit the two-way alternate air intake of the positioning cyl-

inder on the governor lever of the engine cut-off and proportional valve, 

another two-way valve with smaller flow cross-sections must be fitted 

between the engine cut-off valve and the engine control valve.

Here the variant 534 017 ... 0 is often used.



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ABS and ASR components

3/2 way solenoid valve 472 170 … 0

The 3/2 way solenoid valve is located between the air reservoir and the 

ABS solenoid valve on the towing vehicle front axle.

It is used to allow the RSC or ESC functions of the ABS ECU to brake 

the towing vehicle's front wheels independently of the driver's desire to 

brake in critical driving situations.



Positioning cylinder for mechanical 

engine control 421 44.  ... 0

The positioning cylinder is located within the control linkage between the 

accelerator pedal and the fuel-injection pump. Type and dimensions de-

pend on the kind of engine and fuel-injection pump used.

When actuated by the proportional valve, the operating cylinder moves 

the fuel-injection pump towards its idle position.



Idle stop cylinder 421 444 . 0

On single-lever fuel-injection pumps, an additional idle stop cylinder pre-

vents the engine from being switched off during an ASR control process 

or a a speed limiting process.

In this case the positioning cylinders and the idle stop cylinder need to 

be actuated at the same time to switch off the engine.

An idle stop cylinder is dispensable with twin-lever pumps, since switch-

ing off is achieved by a second lever not affected by ASR.



ABS / EBS trailer helix cable 

446 008 243 / 244 / 700 0

Major progress in terms of trailer brake control has been achieved 

through the electronic transmission of the driver braking request. Be-

cause this request is put to immediate effect in the Trailer EBS, valuable 

split seconds are saved in the event of an emergency, reducing the brak-

ing distance.

This means that the old ABS coil is no longer just a power supply but also 

the only transmitter of the important CAN bus braking information.



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Special functions of the ABS

Special functions of the ABS

ABS control of the engine brake or a 

retarder:

ABS for motor vehicles has also been designed for controlling the engine 

brake or a retarder. This is achieved by means of two-position control. 

Through a signal from the ECU, a relay actuates a solenoid valve which 

blocks the air supply for the engine brake cylinder and exhausts the cyl-

inder.


With retarders, the control process implemented accordingly by the two-

position signal deactivating the electrical retarder control via a relay.

If the engine brake or the retarder are operated on their own, and if one 

rear wheel or both rear wheels on the axle with sensors show excessive 

slip, the engine brake or retarder is switched off until the tendency to lock 

no longer applies. It is then automatically switched on again until a ten-

dency to lock is perceived once more, or until the driver switches it off.

If the engine brake and the service brake are applied simultaneously, the 

pressures of the service brake and the engine brake are regulated when-

ever a tendency to lock is perceived.



Differential lock circuit in lorries with 

all-wheel drive and ABS

If the driver actuates the (“longitudinal“) differential lock for the transfer 

gear between front and rear axle(s), the longitudinal lock is usually 

opened automatically when ABS control commences, and kept open un-

til the end of the braking process.

ABS reversal for off-road use (A and B 

version):

The standard ABS function has been optimised for normal road condi-

tions. In order to achieve the shortest possible braking distance even for 

heavy-duty off-road applications in the construction and military sectors, 

vehicles for such applications today often permit deactivation of ABS at 

speeds below 15 km/h.

For deactivation, the driver needs to actuate an “off-road ABS“ switch. In 

this case the ABS warning lamp comes on as soon as deactivation 

comes into effect at speeds below 15 km/h and the wheels could lock up.

Off-road ABS C version

Optionally the C version offers a special “off-road ABS logic“ which pro-

vides the normal ABS function within the upper speed range, but allows 

greater wheel slip at speeds below 40 km/h; it also allows the wheels to 

lock at speeds below 15 km/h.

This permits higher deceleration values to be achieved during off-road 

operation by allowing the wheels to “dig in“ temporarily whilst maintain-

ing a certain degree of stability and steerability.

The ABS warning lamp will flash to let the driver know that “off-road 

ABS“ is active. For newer vehicles the legislator requires the system to 

revert to the "road logic" automatically after the ignition is switched off 

and on again.



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Testing the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Testing the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Safety circuit, component fault detection and measures to be taken

The safety circuit:

When the ignition is switched on or the engine is started, the safety cir-

cuit briefly energises the solenoid valves and also checks the other es-

sential ABS and electronic components.

If all ABS components operate fault-free and sufficiently high alternating 

voltages are then generated with activation of all the sensors, the warn-

ing lamp - which was switched on with the ignition - goes out at a speed 

of approx. 7 km/h In newer vehicles it already goes out after approx. 2 



seconds after the ignition is switched on, provided the system is detect-

ed as fault-free and no fault was present during the last trip.



Monitoring process when driving

In addition to permanent passive monitoring of the control signals and 

the solenoid actuations in terms of plausibility, essential components 

such as solenoids, sensors and wiring are subject to cyclical monitoring 

processes while the vehicle is in motion (with or without application of 

the brakes).

The components within the ECU also constantly monitor each other.

System responses in the even of faults

If an electrical fault occurs within the ABS system, the driver is alerted 

by activation of the warning lamp lamp.

The safety circuit will switch off or alter the control process in such a way 

that any undue impairment of braking safety is avoided and at least nor-

mal braking performance is maintained.

The dual-circuit 4- and 6-channel systems and the single-circuit VARIO-

C or VCS trailer systems may respond differently to certain component 

defects in terms of the ABS function that can still be provided due to the 

different system designs.

All detected faults will cause the warning lamp to light up, at least for as 

long as the fault is present. Intermittent contact will cause the warning 

lamp to stay on until the end of operation and it will not light up again with 

return to operation unless the fault recurs.

C and D generation ECUs also store the fault in the non-volatile memory 

of the unit.



Mechanical defects

Any mechanical defects on the control valves, especially those which 

can cause leakages and thus a loss in pressure, cannot be detected by 

the ABS safety circuit. They can only be detected - like similar defects in 

other components of the braking system - by the driver, or when the ve-

hicle is being serviced (special brake test or intermediate inspection).



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Testing the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

ABS/ASR control lamps

The towing vehicle usually has three ABS control lamps to indicate func-

tions and continuous monitoring of the ABS system.

– ABS warning lamp for motor vehicles

– ABS warning lamp for trailers

– ABS information lamp for indication to the driver (not mandatory)

If ASR is installed in the towing vehicle an additional ASR lamp is gen-

erally also installed.



Display on the instrument panel 

display

In newer vehicles, warning and fault signals are transmitted to the instru-

ment panel display via the vehicle data bus and displayed there.

The warning lamps (previously also called safety lamps)

a. Warning lamp for motor vehicles

The lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on. It goes out after ap-

prox. 2 seconds if the ABS safety circuit has not detected any faults or 

the vehicle has exceeded a speed of approx. 7 km/h .



b. Warning lamp for trailers

This lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on, provided a trailer 

with ABS has been hitched and the ABS connector is plugged in. The 

lamp also goes out (as for warning lamps for towing vehicles) after 

around 2 seconds if the ABS safety circuit has not detected any faults or 

the vehicle has reached a speed of approx. 7 km/h.

Both warning lamps stay off even when the vehicle stops in traffic (e. g. 

at a red traffic light).

When the ABS warning lamps have gone out, the Anti-Lock Braking Sys-

tem is operational. However, ABS control will not commence until one or 

several wheels show a tendency to lock during braking action.

Important note

The driver must make sure that the warning lamp(s) has (have) gone out 

before starting to drive! If a warning lamp does not go out at speeds ex-

ceeding 7 km/h, or if it comes on while the vehicle is moving, there is a 

fault in the respective ABS system.

Important!

Drive carefully when the warning lamp is on The vehicle's braking 

behaviour may change.

To remedy this defect, the vehicle must be taken to an authorised 

workshop as soon as possible.

Example


Example in the Mercedes Actros2

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Testing the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

The Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp shows the driver whether a trailer with or without ABS 

has been hitched. After the ignition is switched on, It will stay on if a trail-

er without ABS has been hitched or the ABS connector for the trailer 

ABS is not plugged in. It will either stay on permanently or only when the 

brake is applied (depending on the configuration of the vehicle manufac-

turer).

The indicator lamp will not come on if the trailer has ABS or the motor 



vehicle is driven without a trailer.

The indicator lamp is not mandatory!



ASR lamp

Vehicles with ASR generally also have an additional ASR control lamp: 

This lamp indicates to the driver that ASR is in operation and is therefore 

also a warning indicating that road conditions are slippery.

To test proper function of the ASR lamp, it lights up for around 1 second 

after the ignition is switched on.

When driving, the ASR lamp lights up

– if ASR control is in operation (warning of slippery conditions for the 

driver)

– when the "2nd.limit speed" - activated by the driver via the ASR/



Speed set switch - is reached, provided that the GB

Prop


 speed limiter 

is integrated.

– If the ECU has detected ASR/GBProp

Prop


 faults (e g electrical lines 

to the prop. valve open).

The ASR lamp flashes uniformly if the ASR switch or, in the case of in-

tegrated GB

Prop

, the ASR/speed set switch is in "ASR off-road" position 



to increase the slip threshold.

In addition, the ASR lamp can be used to signal a flash code for diag-

nostic purposes in towing vehicles with a C or D version of the ABS con-

trol unit when a push-button installed for this purpose is pressed.



When is a more extensive check of the 

ABS system necessary?

The ABS must be checked whenever the fault lamp lights up while the 

vehicle is moving, or does not go out after the vehicle drives off.


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Diagnosis

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of the ABS ECU includes

– Fault analysis (fault readout and storage)

– Setting the system parameters

– Start-up

The ABS electronic control units from the C generation for tow-

ing vehicles and the VARIO-C generation for trailers onwards 

have an integrated fault memory and a diagnostic interface to 

ISO Standard 9141.

ISO diagnosis via PC and diagnostic interface

The corresponding Diagnostic Software is available for the 

ABS versions in towing vehicles and for VCS-ABS in trailers, 

as well as other electronic WABCO systems.

In connection with the Diagnostic Interface from WABCO the 

software provides extensive and convenient diagnosis.

For diagnosis you need

– a standard PC or laptop,

– the WABCO System Diagnostic Software,

– a Diagnostic Interface,

– and cables to match the vehicle type

ISO diagnosis with the Compact-Tester

The cost-effective Compact-Testers for ABS in towing vehicles 

(C and D generation) or trailer ABS (VARIO C and VCS) pro-

vide easy readout and clearing of the fault memory.

Depending on the system, special functions ( e g system com-

missioning, function test and reading out the odometer inte-

grated in VCS) are also possible.

WABCO Flash-Code

A limited but still useful and low-cost diagnosis is provided by 

the flash-code implemented in ABS C type ECUs or higher.

A flash-code can be excited by connecting a special diagnostic 

line to earth. For towing vehicle ABS/ASR systems and trailer 

ABS, the warning lamp is used for indication.

The tester can interpret the pulse sequences using a flash-

code list to determine whether the system is in order and which 

type of fault was detected. ABS can also be used to reset the 

system and to read out the flash codes of the installed system.

Laptop "Toughbook"

Diagnostic Interface Set



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Diagnosis

ISO diagnosis using the Diagnostic 

Controller

The Diagnostic Controller has now been superseded by PC Diagnosis 

This diagnostic device can be used to read out (via the diagnostic inter-

face according to ISO standard 9141) and display in plain text any stored 

faults and to delete them.

The Diagnostic Controller can also be used for other electronic WABCO 

devices in addition to WABCO ABS. The respective test program is sup-

plied on different program cards. These guide the tester through the test 



procedure without the need for extra testing instructions.

Document Outline

  • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
  • RSC and ESC
  • Development
  • Theoretical ABS basics
  • Theoretical ASR basics
  • Operation of the ABS
  • Operation of ASR
  • ABS and ASR components
    • Structure of an EC Air Braking System with ABS / ASR fitted in the towing vehicle
    • Structure of an air braking system with ABS E (with ESC/RSC) and ASR in the towing vehicle
    • Structure of an EC Air Braking System with ABS fitted in the trailer / semitrailer
    • Electronic Control Unit (ECU) 446 003/004 ... 0 on the towing vehicle
    • VARIO-C Control Unit for Trailer ABS 446 105 ... 0
    • VARIO Compact ABS (VCS) for trailers
    • VARIO Compact ABS 2. Generation (VCS II) for trailers
    • Rod sensor 441 032 ... 0 and pole wheel:
    • ABS Solenoid Valves 472 195 ... 0
    • ABS solenoid relay valve 472 195 02 . 0 or 472 195 04 . 0
    • Additional components for ASR
  • Special functions of the ABS
  • Testing the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
    • Safety circuit, component fault detection and measures to be taken
    • The warning lamps (previously also called safety lamps)
  • Diagnosis

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